Charles B. Rangel, known as the "Lion of Lenox Avenue," passed away at 94, concluding his remarkable 46-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives. His legacy as a civil rights advocate, tax policy architect, and powerful voice for Harlem reflects a profound impact on national politics. Rangel's decorated military service and esteemed educational background bolstered his rise in Congress, where he championed critical legislation during his tenure. As a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and the first African American to chair the House Ways and Means Committee, his contributions continue to resonate in American society.
Rangel's influence spanned civil rights, tax policy, international diplomacy, and local advocacy, marking the end of an era in New York and national politics.
As a legislator, Rangel was both strategic and unrelenting, playing a key role in shaping U.S. tax policy and spearheading initiatives related to education, housing, and healthcare.
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